How much fabric do I need?
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Okay, this is probably a dumb question but I can't figure it out.
I've just semi-completed my 2nd quilt top. I just have to sew the rows of blocks together. I need to know how much fabric I'll need for the backing.
The quilt top measures 48" x 54" and I'm going to use a non-directional fabric for the backing. I realize that I'll probably have to piece the back, but that's not an issue.
I'm ordering the fabric online and just want to make sure I get enough :?:
I calculated that 2 yards was sufficient, but now I'm not so sure! Help!
I've just semi-completed my 2nd quilt top. I just have to sew the rows of blocks together. I need to know how much fabric I'll need for the backing.
The quilt top measures 48" x 54" and I'm going to use a non-directional fabric for the backing. I realize that I'll probably have to piece the back, but that's not an issue.
I'm ordering the fabric online and just want to make sure I get enough :?:
I calculated that 2 yards was sufficient, but now I'm not so sure! Help!
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Originally Posted by Candela59
Okay, this is probably a dumb question but I can't figure it out.
I've just semi-completed my 2nd quilt top. I just have to sew the rows of blocks together. I need to know how much fabric I'll need for the backing.
The quilt top measures 48" x 54" and I'm going to use a non-directional fabric for the backing. I realize that I'll probably have to piece the back, but that's not an issue.
I'm ordering the fabric online and just want to make sure I get enough :?:
I calculated that 2 yards was sufficient, but now I'm not so sure! Help!
I've just semi-completed my 2nd quilt top. I just have to sew the rows of blocks together. I need to know how much fabric I'll need for the backing.
The quilt top measures 48" x 54" and I'm going to use a non-directional fabric for the backing. I realize that I'll probably have to piece the back, but that's not an issue.
I'm ordering the fabric online and just want to make sure I get enough :?:
I calculated that 2 yards was sufficient, but now I'm not so sure! Help!
How wide is the fabric you plan to order. If it is only 45" you will need more.
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It is the standard 45". It is from Moda's Gobble Gobble line.
I used some of those fabric calculaters online and got two very different amounts. One said I needed 1 1/2 yards and another said I needed 3 1/2 yards. Geez!
So, I figured I go to the experts!
I used some of those fabric calculaters online and got two very different amounts. One said I needed 1 1/2 yards and another said I needed 3 1/2 yards. Geez!
So, I figured I go to the experts!
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Originally Posted by Candela59
It is the standard 45". It is from Moda's Gobble Gobble line.
I used some of those fabric calculaters online and got two very different amounts. One said I needed 1 1/2 yards and another said I needed 3 1/2 yards. Geez!
So, I figured I go to the experts!
I used some of those fabric calculaters online and got two very different amounts. One said I needed 1 1/2 yards and another said I needed 3 1/2 yards. Geez!
So, I figured I go to the experts!
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Thanks...I think I'll go with 3 yards...what's a few more $$ at this point, right?? LOL
I'm going to hand quilt it. I made my daughter a quilt for Christmas and thought I would quilt it on my machine..but noooo! The neck on my little Brother is just too short. So, I wound up furiously hand quilting hers and found I love it!
I'll post a picture of it when it is done. I have until the 3rd week of February to do the quilting...much better than the 10 days for my daughter's! Good thing it was a small lap quilt...lol
Thanks!
I'm going to hand quilt it. I made my daughter a quilt for Christmas and thought I would quilt it on my machine..but noooo! The neck on my little Brother is just too short. So, I wound up furiously hand quilting hers and found I love it!
I'll post a picture of it when it is done. I have until the 3rd week of February to do the quilting...much better than the 10 days for my daughter's! Good thing it was a small lap quilt...lol
Thanks!
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